Her Diner

Absolute hidden gem here in DC. I hadn’t been to Duplex in years and then found out it was gone. Then my friend said let’s go to HER diner, it’s like duplex but better, and it absolutely is. I started with the bi Felicia drink and it knocked me off my feet. That thing is strong but tasty. Highly recommend it. We split tater tots for a snack and I had the chicken burger. It was cooked well and was juice vs dry, and the buffalo sauce I got on the side was really good. The onion rings were fried to perfection. If you’re craving diner food, this is a great spot.

First, I'd love to shoutout the owner Kelly for being an amazing visionary! This place is so unique and cozy and thoughtfulness of the design details speaks to the heart of the owner. Staff: amazingly friendly and very hospitable! Thank you to everyone who worked the bar, prepared the food, seated guests, or even bus tables-the work came with a smile and that a rare restaurant find. Decor: allow me to elaborate on the decor because it's a time capsule adorned with vintage pieces. The booths, the bar, the dining area-AH! I love it! But, let's acknowledge the restrooms...honey! One restroom is dedicated to THE Queen Bey and get this, when you open the doors, you'll immediately hear a Bey classic playing on the speakers inside. And if that wasn't enough to make you fangirl, I went over to the other restroom and the material girl herself, Madonna, can be heard in the speakers and seen on the wall decor. Both restrooms have so much personality! LOVE, LOVE, LOVE! Drinks: baby these bartenders didn't come to play! They are mixologist and take their craft seriously. Let's acknowledge that I originally had a reposado tequila cocktail with pineapple juice (not pictured) and it was DELICIOUS! But the star up to contend against the rest is their espresso martini...ooowee this drink didn't come to play around and I'd love to see it go up against some of the others in the District because I can see it coming out on top...it's just that good! Signed: a dedicated espresso martini drinker! Pictured but not sampled: Kelly was playing around with a few drinks and the Betty White Cosmo was a golden girl approach to a cute evening! Ask for it! Food: I ordered their wings fried hard with a side of ranch and BBQ sauce. These wings were seasoned to perfection and fried perfectly! Crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside (pauses as my mouth waters again) they were delectable to the bone! Is this place good for groups? ABSOLUTELY! Grab the crew and visit their happy hour which ends at 7pm. Is there parking nearby? Parking is tight but you wouldn't want to drive here anyway because the drinks are worth having a few-take a cab! Would I return? Honey, I'm planning a return as I type! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! For reaffirming that I am HER!

An absolute gem run by amazing people! Her is a favorite among regulars, welcoming and always familiar faces. I highly recommend you make a visit if you have never been. Also great events like trivia and drag shows!

I really wanted to like the food more but unfortunately it was a bit of a disappointment for me. Food was pretty bland and the coffee wasn’t that great either. For a place charging a good bit for entrees for diner food, I was unfortunately hoping it would be better. The vibes of the place were really cute though! Could be a good spot for drinks or other activities.

If you’re looking for a warm, welcoming spot that feels like home but with a twist, HER Diner is the place to be! This casual LGBTQ+ restaurant and bar nails the perfect balance of comfort and creativity. The menu is packed with elevated comfort food that hits all the right notes. Think juicy burgers, indulgent mac and cheese, and ultimate comfort foods, meatloaf and chicken pot pie! The craft cocktails are a highlight—expertly mixed, beautifully presented, and full of bold, unique flavors. Don’t skip their signature drink… The “Squeeze” The vibe is as inclusive as it gets, with friendly, attentive staff who make everyone feel like family. Whether you’re here for a weekend brunch, a dinner date, or just drinks with friends, you’ll leave feeling like you’ve found your new favorite hangout. Highly recommend checking it out—it’s the kind of place that quickly becomes your go-to spot.

We love having Her as a DCGFFL sponsor! The support means a lot to our league, and it's become one of our favorite spots for brunch and a drag show. The atmosphere is always welcoming, the staff is fantastic, and it's the perfect place to unwind and grab a mimosa. Grateful for the partnership and looking forward to many more seasons together!

STONG pour. Great menu and the fries were great. The selection of entertainment they had on tv was fab (dance moms, harry potter, and drag race).

I HAD THE BEST NIGHT EVER HERE!! It was my birthday and the server (John I think? sooo kind and helpful!) brought us a sundae with the coolest candle and the burger was amazing and the drinks were awesome too. The vibe is also super cute and friendly. Thank you so much ❤️

Thank you David, for great service! Food was very good, atmosphere is very cute, and had a really great time out! Try the milkshake!

I really wanted to like Her Diner, I really did. The vibes incredible- love the themed bathrooms and the server was super nice. But the food was such a miss, I'm hoping it was an off day for them. I think their oil wasn't hot enough for something because the chicken tenders tasted soggy and were exceptionally greasy. The fried pickles were a disappointment (4 spears for 12 dollars) because the breading kept falling off. It was nicely seasoned but it couldn't save it. Got a basket of fries for 10 dollars which was not salted and also quite sad that they weren't worth the price. I thought my friend got a salad but he got nachos which were served in a bowl with a lot of lettuce, tomatoes, and you had to search a little for the chips.

First, I'd love to shoutout the owner Kelly for being an amazing visionary! This place is so unique and cozy and thoughtfulness of the design details speaks to the heart of the owner. Staff: amazingly friendly and very hospitable! Thank you to everyone who worked the bar, prepared the food, seated guests, or even bus tables-the work came with a smile and that a rare restaurant find. Decor: allow me to elaborate on the decor because it's a time capsule adorned with vintage pieces. The booths, the bar, the dining area-AH! I love it! But, let's acknowledge the restrooms...honey! One restroom is dedicated to THE Queen Bey and get this, when you open the doors, you'll immediately hear a Bey classic playing on the speakers inside. And if that wasn't enough to make you fangirl, I went over to the other restroom and the material girl herself, Madonna, can be heard in the speakers and seen on the wall decor. Both restrooms have so much personality! LOVE, LOVE, LOVE! Drinks: baby these bartenders didn't come to play! They are mixologist and take their craft seriously. Let's acknowledge that I originally had a reposado tequila cocktail with pineapple juice (not pictured) and it was DELICIOUS! But the star up to contend against the rest is their espresso martini...ooowee this drink didn't come to play around and I'd love to see it go up against some of the others in the District because I can see it coming out on top...it's just that good! Signed: a dedicated espresso martini drinker! Pictured but not sampled: Kelly was playing around with a few drinks and the Betty White Cosmo was a golden girl approach to a cute evening! Ask for it! Food: I ordered their wings fried hard with a side of ranch and BBQ sauce. These wings were seasoned to perfection and fried perfectly! Crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside (pauses as my mouth waters again) they were delectable to the bone! Is this place good for groups? ABSOLUTELY! Grab the crew and visit their happy hour which ends at 7pm. Is there parking nearby? Parking is tight but you wouldn't want to drive here anyway because the drinks are worth having a few-take a cab! Would I return? Honey, I'm planning a return as I type! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! For reaffirming that I am HER!

Her Diner is a great place for a casual and fun meal. I love that they take reservations so you'll know that you have a table. The service is always top-notch with a team of friendly servers. I've been a few times and always enjoyed the food. It's great that you can customize your burger and there are a few side options. The egg roll appetizer is fantastic. This is definitely a go-to place for me!

Her Diner was a total vibe with both a Beyoncé and Madonna-themed bathrooms. Walking in for lunch on a Sunday the staff was able to find a table for 5 outside for us. Generally, the staff was very kind and checked in on us multiple times authentically wanting to know how they could better serve us. The food was decent if not a bit bland. I got an omelette that sat in oil and had very plain potatoes on the side, my coworker had a quesadilla that was just fine and my other coworkers meals (2 more omelets and a burger) were fine enough.

I went to Her Diner with a group of 11. We started with a group of 10 and they accommodated us last minute. The diner has a relaxed comfortable vibe. They have plenty of TVs in the space. I ordered the Big Gay Breakfast. The eggs were cooked perfectly and the sausage was very good. The potatoes were well cooked but under seasoned. They didn't have must taste. My wife ordered the burrito and pancakes. She replaced the meat in the burrito with potatoes. She really enjoyed her burrito. We were very surprised the diner doesn't have veggie meat options on the menu. My wife would love some Morningstar or Beyond sausage patties. They didn't have hot chocolate. I was pretty surprised at that. It's the perfect place to order a spiked hot chocolate.

Perfect location and well needed for the area. DC didn't have a queer restraunt open before they opened. We came on "NYE Eve" and it was absolutely packed. (Love that for them). The one turn off I would say is, when we walked up and asked for a table of 2, we were met with "we don't have seating for 2 but you can sit at the bar". Thankfully there were 2 spots open (and no more). So we sat there. The hostesss was within ear shot and we continued to hear that throughout our dining experience. They apparently don't have a wait list or didn't offer it to anyone which would be a huge recommendation. The bartender was nice and the drinks were strong. They did not have top shelf liquor which made it hard to order. For example, their vodka options were stoli and sobieski and whisky options was Jim Beam and not sure the others. As for the food, they have a decent variety. We went with the chicken tendies and chicken quesadilla. Quesadilla you can't make wrong and was good. The tendies had good breading but desperately needed salt. Overall a good place to meet up with Friends.

Everything about this is really good. The food, atmosphere, service, etc. Definitely worth checking out and coming back to

My bestie and I were long time fans of Duplex Diner, the predecessor to Her Diner, so we eagerly awaited the newest incarnation of this space. It is wonderful! We went for brunch recently and it did not disappoint! Great service, drinks flowing freely, friendly vibe and a filling hearty meal - what more do you need? The new owners have given the place a nice refresh while maintaining the neighborhood diner aspect. I loved how the "Madonna bathroom" got a fabulous upgrade and they created a unique new bar design with a nod to the old Duplex. The menu is full of diner favorites and a great value amidst the pricey DC dining scene. Looking forward to many more great meals, brunches and events at Her Diner!

Saddest little portions you will ever see, even for a "diner" in DC. Not bad food, but come on. The side of bacon is laughable

The refresh is great and really brightened up the place. All of the most important features of Duplex remain including the mimosa pitchers, homemade donuts and most importantly The Madonna Bathroom (revamp).

I wanted to like Her Diner and I may go back. But my first time there was very disappointing. It was so loud you had to yell at each other to be heard. When I asked the manager if the music at the bar could be slightly lowered he told me the owners like it this way. There is no separation between the bar and the dining room at this diner. Back when it was the 18th street diner the burgers were great- not so now. I ordered a Brie burger and the brie was simply put on the burger cold. It was not melted in anyway so the whole burger ended up cold. As I said i will give the place another chance because I think they can fix things. I hope they will because it was always a great place to go.

So lackluster. Incredibly overpriced breakfast food which is justifiable if it tastes great, but it was borderline not good. Burger was bland egg on it was overcooked & breakfast burrito also had zero flavor at all. Everything we tasted on the menu was unsalted & not flavorful. Service also was pretty weak.